Chapter 4

PRESENTATION OF DATA ANALYSIS

Table 1. Effects of Procrastination on the Academic Performance of Grade 11 Stem

Students

ITEM INDICATOR MEAN DESCRIPTION

1. I often delay starting assignments until the last 3.15 Sometimes

minute.

2. I find it difficult to focus on my work and get 3.7 Often

easily distracted

3. I feel stressed and anxious when faced with 3.25 Sometimes

deadlines.

4. I regret or feel guilty about procrastinating on 3.2 Sometimes

my schoolwork.

5. I believe my procrastination habits negatively 3.4 Sometimes

impact my grades.

6. I am good at setting realistic and achievable 4.8 Always

goals for myself.

7. I can prioritize tasks and manage my time 3.05 Sometimes

effectively.

8. I use tools and systems to plan and organize my 3.75 Often

studies.

9. I struggle to stick to my planned schedules and 2.5 Rarely

 deadlines.

10. I struggle to stick to my planned schedules and 2.85 Sometimes

deadlines.

11. I consistently complete assignments on time. 3.5 Often

12. I am satisfied with my overall academic 3.95 Often

performance this year.

13. I believe my grades accurately reflect my 4.05 Often

understanding of the material.

14. I feel confident in my ability to succeed 3.3 Sometimes

academically.

15. I have experienced a noticeable change in my 3.1 Sometimes

performance due to procrastination or time

management issues.

Overall Mean 3.44 Often

To interpret this data gathered from students, numeracy experiences the author use the

hypothetical mean range and verbal description.

Hypothetical Mean Range

Numerical Equivalence Description

4.21-5.00 Always

3.41-4.20 Often

2.61-3.40 Sometimes
 1.81-2.60 Rarely

1.00-1.80 Never

As shown in Table 1, the mean for item number 1 is 3.15, which falls within the range

interpreted as “Sometimes.” This suggests that students occasionally delay starting

assignments until the last minute. For item number 2, with a mean of 3.7, falls within the

range interpreted as “Often.” This indicates that students find it challenging to focus on their

work and are easily distracted. For item number 3, with a mean of 3.25, falls within the range

interpreted as “Sometimes.” This means that students experience varying levels of stress and

anxiety when faced with deadlines. Item number 4 has a mean of 3.2, which falls within the

range interpreted as “Sometimes.” This indicates that students sometimes regret or feel guilty

about procrastinating on their schoolwork. Item number 5 has a mean of 3.4, falling within

the range interpreted as “Sometimes.” This suggests that students believe their

procrastination habits negatively impact their grades. Item number 6 has a mean of 4.8,

which falls within the range interpreted as “Always.” This indicates that students are good at

setting realistic and achievable goals for themselves. Item number 7 has a mean of 3.05,

falling within the range interpreted as “Sometimes.” This suggests that students sometimes

struggle to prioritize tasks and manage their time effectively. Item number 8 has a mean of

3.75, falling within the range interpreted as “Often.” This indicates that students often use

tools and systems to plan and organize their studies. Item number 9 has a mean of 2.5, which

falls within the range interpreted as “Rarely.” This suggests that students rarely struggle to

stick to their planned schedules and deadlines. Item number 10 has a mean of 2.85, falling

within the range interpreted as “Sometimes.” This indicates that students sometimes struggle

to stick to their planned schedules and deadlines. Item number 11 has a mean of 3.5, falling
within the range interpreted as “Often.” This suggests that students often complete

assignments on time. Item number 12 has a mean of 3.95, falling within the range interpreted

as “Often.” This indicates that students are satisfied with their overall academic performance

this year. Item number 13 has a mean of 4.05, falling within the range interpreted as “Often.”

This suggests that students believe their grades accurately reflect their understanding of the

material. Item number 14 has a mean of 3.3, falling within the range interpreted as

“Sometimes.” This means that students sometimes feel confident in their ability to succeed

academically. Item number 15 has a mean of 3.1, falling within the range interpreted as

“Sometimes.” This indicates that students have experienced a noticeable change in their

performance due to procrastination or time management issues.